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Title: February's BOM - Courthouse Steps
Post by: Iminei on February 01, 2020, 09:30:11 AM

Well here it is, the first BOM of the 2020!

There will be Twelve 12" blocks for this years BOM:
Some months you will have two blocks to make and some only one.

In October I will guide you through layering and quilting your blocks
and in November I will take you through  assembling them, using a QAYG method,
into a fabulous lap or cot sized quilt (or even a series of comfy cushions.)

And everyone who finishes the year with a completed quilt (or full series of cushions)
will receive an exclusive The Sewing Place Prize Winners Badge

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/rNuwJobCpZfHSFfNr6ocWjZNZFtt0n4Rzqv2_QSSeMFDcJ-yw9bLQGwJaN-8ixFptDqZAPHs1TAgNIoXi3xKlB8Rx04kzyO-07ualbkHXAgKrbPJ11g4avMBWZMDjubAkzz9hpv1t7x54DkLe9rZHvs0b16-Was39H50UmVSbz1UB1hZsfTzY9rRPZgmajvbHis7h0H-0u_Rxx07uydBfgxAvuYeRVKMM2Jei1IbwypeqGzj_Hl9mrnbrFZWGw032QSvGF3fu5Qqewkvp7ug_wfG7Ih7vR6MMwBPzKeDxzEToywC8yE6U53FVzCiTMgq_Znci9Xk2LvBdQhQv2VCh5fNEIV0EHNxqlvvHZVpwudOZw0ihLc3Mz6vIrOlW0kaTIJtb5zZUFFaXyYj2QgcaD7WWgqYaEDbwW9rGI3iDSD3hnA2RItGUBLUICNBYpdgoKfnzuQPSJMfDPllSqm0BIgGE2IF7ykYwK1TTR9XnvopNlttGrHo0OlM7F7FDm0b-LBsvsM3MXZlbnBKbpZwuHWtIyZCO5nzZVf4fY73uUd_hv-eLWwYhjJlZw4d9DNvrr94bl-wHlLbxf1Pqd3cwFiO_0zdnyZMWjRUBADmtgU2wfBRE5HiANot7FWb5ECoWJAPA0WQyv1AyG6cXJIgzH9x4T2-n0Z0BDC1yEDZ5-9XlwP1FGfsC-5LpKeipU7_OarmbIepypeit2YG0gjsXi99-m4cR2n8JCs9u3_KdQ=s320-no)

I have chosen a monochrome theme with pops of colour for my quilt,
you may choose whatever colourway/theme you like ...
Brights, plains, patterns, pastels, neutrals ... the choice is yours!

For our first month I have chosen probably
the most recognised and traditional Patchwork Block there is ...
and a very good starter block for any new recruits to The Darkside.

FEBRUARY (https://photos.app.goo.gl/wHX5bE1JwadwwaPd8)

As ever when you click on the link,  select the first picture,
and click on the i icon to bring up the destructions
on the right side of your screen.

Do read through The Basic Basics (https://thesewingplace.org.uk/index.php/topic,9262.0.html) Thread before you start.

Please post pics of your blocks each month and at the end of the year I will compose an album for the archives

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Pearl on February 01, 2020, 09:42:09 AM

Yay, I’ve been waiting for this since Boxing Day all morning.

I was planning to dip in and out of this, but now think I‘m going to commit to joining in. 

I love the black, white and red but I have already made two quilts in that colour way, so am going to step out of my comfort zone. 

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: wrenkins on February 01, 2020, 10:04:12 AM

Did you clap @Pearl?!?!?!  0_0

I didn't... :| ><

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: wrenkins on February 01, 2020, 10:11:16 AM

A prize! A PRIZE!!!!!

I've just gone back and read it and there's a prize!   :o

o___,

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Lowena on February 01, 2020, 10:21:48 AM

I have never ever made this block  :|
I think I will join in with this (minus the photos of course  :P :P)
Now to choose my colours  <3

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Lisalou1965 on February 01, 2020, 10:26:23 AM

Yay! I have been waiting for my very first BOM - am I right in thinking it is called a "log cabin" block? I have done one, but a small one with only two or three strips, I think. Looking forward to doing this. I have no idea what colours will be in it though....rushes off to inspect stash ... mmm and ahhhh and end up needing an expensive  essential trip to the fabric shop/s...

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Lowena on February 01, 2020, 10:30:05 AM

Yes @Lisalou1965 it's Log Cabin. A very traditional American block

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Pearl on February 01, 2020, 10:45:24 AM

Quote from: Lisalou1965 on February 01, 2020, 10:26:23 AM

I have no idea what colours will be in it though....rushes off to inspect stash ... mmm and ahhhh and end up needing an expensive  essential trip to the fabric shop/s...

Ha, ha.  You’re a natural at this darksiding, @Lisalou1965 .

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: wrenkins on February 01, 2020, 10:48:34 AM

@Lisalou1965 @Lowena it's the first block I ever made and it's dead easy. The hard part as well as choosing colour, fabric etc is deciding on a layout if/when you have several blocks. Thankfully mine were done at a workshop and made up into Christmas tree.  :loveit:

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Lowena on February 01, 2020, 11:05:04 AM

@wrenkins I am not keen on the look of this block, nor its friend Courthouse Steps. Mainly because I was not a very accurate cutter of strips...... I'm ok now so will give it a go.
@Iminei are we disclosing our colours or keeping them a secret to the end??

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Iminei on February 01, 2020, 11:23:52 AM

Its not my favourite block at all either ... But I'm doing a back to basics traditional string of tuts this year,
so its not about  what I like ...

Its also an simple introduction into cutting and piecing and can be a very effective block for a quilt.
Google Log cabin quilts and see which colourways you like and choose from there (I promise I wont tell!)

Keep measuring and squaring up your units at each step and you'll be fine.
If you find your 1/4" seam is a bit dodgy cut the strips 1/4" wider and trim them to the 1 1/4" when you are squaring up after you sew each log ... A heinous crime I know but I won't tell the QP!

And please POST PICS!

@Lowena  ... Glad you are joining in ... No secrets this year and no competition ... Everyone who finishes 2020 with a completed quilt (or cushion set) will receive a badge.

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Acorn on February 01, 2020, 11:30:59 AM

I was thinking that I have a couple of jelly rolls which would be ideal for this... then I realised that there would be no way of matching the colours for the other blocks!

Quote from: Iminei on February 01, 2020, 11:23:52 AM

Keep measuring and squaring up your units at each step and you'll be fine.
If you find your 1/4" seam is a bit dodgy cut the strips 1/4" wider and trim them to the 1 1/4" when you are squaring up after you sew each log ... A heinous crime I know but I won't tell the QP!

'Tis the only way it will work for me!   :|

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Kenora on February 01, 2020, 11:34:54 AM

Great tut - I'm hoping to join in as soon as I've finished my current project. :)

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Stitches on February 01, 2020, 12:11:27 PM

I am also hoping to join in .

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Lowena on February 01, 2020, 12:14:41 PM

Good oh

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Flobear on February 01, 2020, 12:25:10 PM

Well, now I have been lured to the Darkside mwah ha ha and know what a BOM is, I may have to go shopping for fabrics as I haven't much stashy stuff  (https://www.animatedimages.org/data/media/1682/animated-whistling-smiley-image-0004.gif)

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Iminei on February 01, 2020, 12:41:21 PM

Good Girl Stitches you can keep Lowena in check!

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Lowena on February 01, 2020, 12:47:17 PM

Hmmm.......  :P she can try!  :devil: :devil:

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Celia on February 01, 2020, 14:57:57 PM

Can I join in too, I am not sure about colours for the whole quilt but will definitely do this one in stash fabric even if it remains an orphan and becomes a cushion.  Off to check stash

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: coffeeandcake on February 01, 2020, 15:55:23 PM

I have really been looking forward to this.  It will be my first real foray into the Darkside. I did make a cot quilt for DGS last year but it was just 5" squares and I thought it was a bit meh :\  I'll need to buy a smaller cutting mat (just have a large one which I use for dressmaking) and an Omnigrip ruler.  I'm quite excited :D

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Lowena on February 01, 2020, 16:15:19 PM

Welcome aboard girls  <3
Well........I have completed the first block

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: WendyW on February 01, 2020, 16:16:00 PM

Quote from: Acorn on February 01, 2020, 11:30:59 AM

I was thinking that I have a couple of jelly rolls which would be ideal for this... then I realised that there would be no way of matching the colours for the other blocks!

Sure there is! Find a couple yardages that coordinate, they don't have to be a perfect match. Use those for any places that the jelly roll strips will be too small, and the strips everywhere that they fit. Most blocks have at least some sections that can be cut from a 2.5" strip. If you happen to have a layer cake that matches a jelly roll, then you are all set.

I'm in. And I'm picking up my granddaughter today for some fun, so maybe I'll take her fabric shopping and let her pick the fabrics. A year-long project might be a bit too long for a 3yo to have patience for, but I think if I have a new block done each time I see her, it would be a happy thing to look forward to. 

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Pearl on February 01, 2020, 16:19:43 PM

Quote from: Lowena on February 01, 2020, 16:15:19 PM

Although it is straightforward, I enjoyed doing it and I'm pleased with the result  :loveit:

Who are you and what have you done with @Lowena ?  Post some pics and we'll know you're definitely an impostor.

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Lowena on February 01, 2020, 16:39:56 PM

@Pearl no photos.....as you well know  :P :D
I wanted it done before my holiday  <3

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Acorn on February 01, 2020, 21:53:06 PM

@WendyW And that would mean I had to go to Calico Kate and choose some more fabric, wouldn't it!!  0_0

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: WendyW on February 01, 2020, 23:17:00 PM

@Acorn That sounds like a very good thing to me!  My granddaughter and I just chose a matching jelly roll/layer cake/fat quarters set for mine. I think I have some solids in my stash that will match.

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: RJR_38 on February 02, 2020, 07:10:57 AM

Log cabin block is so versatile and you can make some beautiful designs with it if you are careful with colour placement. I like the designs that end up looking curved. A scant 1/4 seam is so important for this block - especially as it grows.

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Lowena on February 02, 2020, 14:17:42 PM

Made another Log Cabin block today. :angel:
Like it rather more than the first one I made but have kept both.

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Iminei on February 02, 2020, 18:12:41 PM

Do you think I only make the one block when I do a tut @Lowena  ...
Nope ... That's why lap quilts come into existence!

I'm not a big fan of this block but I came to like the accuracy I could achieve by measuring, and trimming if necessary, at each step of the way.

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Pearl on February 02, 2020, 19:01:31 PM

I love a log cabin quilt.  I made a curvy log cabin for the first PL challenge and I love the scrappy log cabin I made last year, especially as so many TSPers advised me along the way.  This is on my To Do list.


(https://i.imgur.com/OoNePHfm.jpg)

In the meantime, BOM fabric is on order.

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Bodgeitandscarper on February 02, 2020, 19:03:37 PM

Quote from: Lowena on February 01, 2020, 16:39:56 PM

@Pearl no photos.....as you well know  :P :D
I wanted it done before my holiday  <3

@Lowena I'm sure someone could go and steal copy your pics off a certain well-known social media site... :P 0_0

Edit:  Obviously I will not be doing any of this patchwork malarkey, I'm just here to be nosy to see what you all are doing.

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Acorn on February 02, 2020, 19:07:35 PM

That's what they all say to start with...   :*

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Lowena on February 02, 2020, 22:19:17 PM

Come on @Bodgeitandscarper don't be a wimp! You know you want to join us in the e!ite corner.......We have  :cake: :cake:  :D
P.S. Faceache people aren't so fussy about the quality of photos They're a record for me lol

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Iminei on February 03, 2020, 08:47:10 AM

Pearls first Project Linus Quilt featuring a curvy log cabin

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Now I didnt realise that was a LC ... exactly how did you achieve that illusion @Pearl  ???

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Ploshkin on February 03, 2020, 09:37:20 AM

I think it's to do with the lengths of the logs.

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Pearl on February 03, 2020, 10:00:27 AM

Quote from: Iminei on February 03, 2020, 08:47:10 AM

Pearls first Project Linus Quilt featuring a curvy log cabin


Now I didnt realise that was a LC ... exactly how did you achieve that illusion @Pearl  ???

I have a curvy log cabin ruler so that part was easy.

Two blocks

Block A - wide logs - one yellow, one cream
              marrow logs - purple

Block B - wide logs - one purple, one cream
               narrow logs - yellow


Think I’ll make another one of these.

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Iminei on February 03, 2020, 10:01:58 AM

You'll have to explain a lot more than that Pearl ... and whats a marrow log ... some vegetarian christmas treat?

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: wrenkins on February 03, 2020, 16:18:16 PM

Done and done. I made two to match the two single quilts that I'm going to make for my twin beds.
Cart before horse much... :[

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Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Kenora on February 03, 2020, 16:23:46 PM

Had a spare hour this afternoon so made my block. Are we supposed to be putting photos on here?

@Lowena won't like this one much but I'm trying to use up what fabric I already have. I'll be doing the whole quilt in these colours, with each block surrounded by white to tone it down a little. (Checked the photo on screen, and the blue is not a blue at all but three shades of purple!)

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Can we start quilting each block so that we're all ready to assemble them at the end of the year?

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Lisalou1965 on February 03, 2020, 19:04:40 PM

So many pretty ones, but @Kenora you have stolen my heart with that one!!

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Lowena on February 03, 2020, 20:24:48 PM

I do like it actually @Kenora  <3

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Kenora on February 03, 2020, 21:37:40 PM

I was unsure of the green at first, but I needed at least 3 different fabrics in each colourway, and I don't have a huge stash so I had to go with what I've got. :)

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Iminei on February 04, 2020, 08:11:47 AM

Loving that @Kenora  and the colours are perfect!

Errrrmmm @wrenkins  ...Errrmmm ... I dont quite know what to say ... but what happened ??????   :S

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: wrenkins on February 04, 2020, 08:14:55 AM

I did that on purpose because I didn't want the two tone effect 1/2.  0_0 I just wanted big bold cushions for the bed.

Does it not count? I can do a proper one if you like.

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Iminei on February 04, 2020, 08:51:02 AM

Well if you've got your eye on the prize @wrenkins  ... other than that I think you've just invented a new block (yes, yes I know theres no such thing, but its my Darkside and anyway Who's Queen?... )  Wrenkies Cabin!

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Ploshkin on February 04, 2020, 09:37:32 AM

Wrenkins 1/4 log cabin block is the one I used last year for my black and yellow PL quilt.

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: wrenkins on February 04, 2020, 10:05:50 AM

Quote from: Ploshkin on February 04, 2020, 09:37:32 AM

Wrenkins 1/4 log cabin block is the one I used last year for my black and yellow PL quilt.

I know!  :loveit: (I made a little note).

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Lowena on February 04, 2020, 10:11:04 AM

Your Darkside @Iminei  :S??????

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: wrenkins on February 05, 2020, 09:50:11 AM

To confirm yer madge.

Must it be a straight up log cabin or would thick and thin/curved or some other variation work (not 1/4 this time cos ma'am's not keen :)).

Must it be the dentical same as your's.  :pattern: (That's a curtsy BTW)  0_0

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Iminei on February 05, 2020, 09:53:52 AM

I dont know Wrenkie ... as long as it is a log cabin it'll do ... This years tut is primarily aimed at new starters in the Darkside not old pros like you Darling!

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: wrenkins on February 05, 2020, 10:07:14 AM

I'll have you know I'm a sweet young thing!  0_0

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Acorn on February 05, 2020, 10:09:55 AM

You mean that's not you in your avatar pic??!?  :o

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Flobear on February 05, 2020, 13:36:43 PM

As a very new bug at this Darkside stuff, I would find it helpful to have an idea of how much fabric I ought to get of the main designs / colours I would need for 12 blocks (hoping to follow along here and produce something or another in due course  :o )

I just happened to be passing  ;) the small fabric shop this morning and somehow a parking space became available  :)  so I knew I had to go in for a quick look. But I told myself I could be in for problems if I didn't get enough fabric and then found I could get no more.

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Iminei on February 05, 2020, 14:21:43 PM

Yup that can be an issue but unfortunately as Im doing this as we go along I cant be particularly specific

Choose your background fabric ... a blender, maybe mottled, tone on tone or plain (but no bold directional patterns)

This will set off your blocks rather than compete... Usually these will be a dark or a light ... My background fabric will be the grey. This will be used for the joining sashing as well as background in each block ... I would get 2 1/2 metres of this to be on the safe side.

As for your block fabrics .. How long is a piece of string?

It depends on your colour scheme/theme .. if you are using  different  fabrics for each block, FQ's will probably do ... if you are just using two or three 1/2m to 1m  ... This is why a stash is invaluable!

Sorry I cant be more help!

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Flobear on February 05, 2020, 17:17:41 PM

I guessed it would be An Unanswerable Question, @Iminei but thanks for trying. I'll just have to buy loads  :P

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: coffeeandcake on February 05, 2020, 18:37:10 PM

@Iminei I'm sorry to sound stupid, but when you say 'background' fabric do you mean the strips that go vertically and horizontally to join the blocks together?

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Sheilago on February 05, 2020, 20:42:14 PM

Well I’ve made the Feb block. Decided on a blue,white and maybe grey theme to go in the spare room. I love log cabin : my children’s cot quilt was log cabin and is still in use when my granddaughter visits even though it’s now 30 years old. Here’s my blue block ( not the best photo!). I haven’t put the sashing on as , assuming I stick with it and make all the blocks, I might have to tweak the sashing once I’ve made all the blocks.

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Iminei on February 05, 2020, 21:26:37 PM

Wonderful Sheilago, as always xxx

@coffeeandcake  ... yes but also the background pieces within the blocks ...

Your Log cabin, may well be 5 logs and have no background, as explained ... I chose to have a 2" border around mine... but there will certainly be blocks that need background fabric involved within the block

Sorry if I haven't been clear.

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Lilian on February 05, 2020, 22:16:58 PM

I fully intend to join in with this. I have to get my fabrics sorted out so that they will all complement each other for the final stages  :) Thanks @Iminei  :)

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: BrendaP on February 05, 2020, 23:39:45 PM

Quote from: FloBear on February 05, 2020, 13:36:43 PM

As a very new bug at this Darkside stuff, I would find it helpful to have an idea of how much fabric I ought to get of the main designs / colours I would need for 12 blocks (hoping to follow along here and produce something or another in due course  :o )

The old timers on here might recall that my approach to patchwork is to use as many different fabrics as possible - within the chosen colour range, but as a rule of thumb I reckon that the total area of fabric needed is about twice the area of the finished quilt.  One meter of fabric is *about* 40" x 40" so 8 fat quarters would make a quilt *about* 40" x 40"

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: coffeeandcake on February 06, 2020, 08:11:35 AM

@Iminei.  Yes, you have explained very clearly. I failed to read the whole tutorial.  My apologies!

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: wrenkins on February 06, 2020, 08:24:41 AM

I have swung, in my musings, from tasteful to Christmas to clown sick! I have no idea what my new colour scheme will be and since it might be a gift for my handmaiden Tam I've warned him what to expect. His favourite colour is yellow. Not just any old yellow but yellow!

I'm off to the yellow shop....

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Iminei on February 06, 2020, 08:46:38 AM

    :[      ><     :S      :x

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: wrenkins on February 06, 2020, 08:47:59 AM

 0_0

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Pearl on February 07, 2020, 09:55:39 AM

The joy is back.   :)

(https://i.imgur.com/PX3mVxTm.jpg)

Thanks, Imi

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Cheesecake on February 08, 2020, 19:22:15 PM

Lovely, so glad BOM’s are back although I won’t be joining in this time.

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Stitches on February 09, 2020, 10:53:50 AM

Finshed my Block

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Ellabella on February 09, 2020, 10:57:05 AM

Oh @Stitches I do like that.

I’m still trying to decide on fabrics, has to be from stash. Think I’m overthinking.

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Iminei on February 09, 2020, 10:58:15 AM

ooookay ... We're freestyling ...

The Stitches log cabin ... and verrrry nice it is too!!!

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Flobear on February 09, 2020, 11:11:52 AM

I'm wondering if I can incorporate one of my storky-type birds in the block. I can see how it would work on this block but would it be a practical option on future BOMs?

Not essential but I do like them very much.

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Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Kenora on February 09, 2020, 11:12:08 AM

@Stitches - I love the splash of colour through the middle. <3

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: wrenkins on February 09, 2020, 11:14:18 AM

Well really!

What a bunch of rebellious little middens!

Nice work @Stitches!

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Kenora on February 09, 2020, 11:15:22 AM

@FloBear - your storks are gorgeous but might be a little constrained by the limitations of the block? Would they be better in a block where they could fly free? :)

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Flobear on February 09, 2020, 11:27:27 AM

That's why I asked, @Kenora . I'm a real Darkside newbug and haven't got much experience to go on. Thank you for your comment  :)

Eta, Just thought I could take them to Wales and get Ploshkin's pov. Mind you, I'm also going to try MiddleSis's overlocker and the DHs might get a bit fed up if we gells only talk sewing.

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: wrenkins on February 09, 2020, 11:32:39 AM

@FloBear you could go rogue and do four log cabin blocks, one for each corner of the finished quilt. That way you could place your storks in the centre of each block but not necessarily in every block of the quilt. Your quilt/throw would end up a little bit bigger of course as you would have three spare blocks...so you could double up on another one or some) through the year....and this is why our stuff ends up huuuge!  :S

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Lisalou1965 on February 09, 2020, 12:48:24 PM

Pokes head round the door...

Has anyone seen the quilting police around here?

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Lisalou1965 on February 09, 2020, 12:51:59 PM

I have a confession to make. I am hoping to make my BOMs not only entirely from stash, but find that I am using all sorts of fabrics, not just cotton. :S

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Flobear on February 09, 2020, 12:53:54 PM

Quote from: Lisalou1965 on February 09, 2020, 12:48:24 PM

Pokes head round the door...

Has anyone seen the quilting police around here?

Acorn says she still has them locked in her Field Shelter so you're OK  :)

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Lisalou1965 on February 09, 2020, 12:56:47 PM

Phew.... that’s a relief! Thanks @Acorn !

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Sara-S on February 09, 2020, 15:15:07 PM

Am I missing something? When I look at a number of the instructions, I see measurements for width, but not length of the piece.

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Lisalou1965 on February 09, 2020, 16:04:34 PM

I thought that too, but then realised that as you measure and trim each piece as you go along, just make a little longer than you need and trim - if that makes sense

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Deafoldbat on February 09, 2020, 16:13:33 PM

Quote

  measurements for width, but not length of the piece.

If you're doing 'sew and whack' and hoping your seam allowance is good and your blocks will come out straight, you just sew a strip and trim it off. The danger of this is your seam allowance isn't good and your block grows steadily wonkier as you go.

Personally, I've learnt to cut the logs for a log cabin block to the exact size and width you want. You'll find out straight away if your seam allowance is off because the third log will be too long or too short. If it's too long, your first seam is too fat. If it's too short your first seam is too thin. At this point if you take a minute or two to work out exactly where your stitching should go to get the third, and subsequent logs to fit, you'll end up with a straight square block. Saves a lot of trouble in the long run....

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: wrenkins on February 09, 2020, 16:16:49 PM

Like @Deafoldbat I too cut mine to length. I have visions of myself with a handful of one and two inch lengths but needing a four inch one!

Don't forget your 1/4" seam allowance.

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Deafoldbat on February 09, 2020, 16:29:18 PM

@wrenkins Cut the longest logs first.

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Sara-S on February 09, 2020, 18:01:21 PM

But how long are they supposed to be?

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Lisalou1965 on February 09, 2020, 18:14:28 PM

Your first log is going to be 2 1/2 inches (like your square) the next one is going to be 2 1/4 + 1 1/4 (the side of your square + 1 1/4 from the 1st log width) so 3 1/2, the one after that will be the same size as the second. Basically the calculation will be taking previous size + width of the added log minus 1/4 inch for seam allowance - Guys, help here - I am NOT a mathematician! Is that about right?

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Iminei on February 10, 2020, 08:33:54 AM

Guys  ....   You ARE clicking on the first pic to bring it up to full size of your screen, then clicking on the i icon to bring up destructions for each pic aren't you????

It says and shows the finished size of (for the first round at least ) each log in the block ...

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 just add 1/2" to the length of each finished measurement if  you think you can be that accurate, or cut 1" or so longer and trim down as I show in the tut.

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: wrenkins on February 10, 2020, 11:06:49 AM

I finally managed to make my Feb BOM after much stash-to-table-toing-and-froing. Tam's yellow went right out the window as I couldn't settle on a scheme.  :S

Of course I made a GIANT irreversible error but it can stay there. It'll be fine when put together with the other eye-catching blocks we're going to do.  8)

Pic to follow. It's like a black cat in a coal hole here with snow pending by the look of things!  0_0

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Kenora on February 10, 2020, 11:22:46 AM

I found your tut really clear @Iminei .

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Lisalou1965 on February 10, 2020, 11:29:02 AM

I did too, @Iminei! i just got the impression that @Sara-S wanted each length specified .... I hope I didn't get it wrong. :ninja:

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Sara-S on February 10, 2020, 12:44:14 PM

Quote from: Lisalou1965 on February 10, 2020, 11:29:02 AM

I did too, @Iminei! i just got the impression that @Sara-S wanted each length specified .... I hope I didn't get it wrong. :ninja:

@Lisalou1965 that is exactly what I need.  I am guaranteed to get it wrong, without exact measurements, stated in the instructions.

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Kenora on February 10, 2020, 14:11:05 PM

@Sara-S - if you look, the exact measurements are stated in the instructions. @Iminei has very kindly given separate photos of all the pieces placed under her Omnigrid ruler so that we can see what sizes they've been cut to. It may only be for the starting sizes but you just continue in the same vein as you go along. Hope this helps. :)

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Sara-S on February 10, 2020, 14:29:20 PM

I’ll admit I’m pretty dense when it comes to following patterns.  I can’t read the pictures adequately; I need it laid out in words.  Clearly, lots of folks can follow this type of directions, but I just can’t.

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Kenora on February 10, 2020, 16:54:08 PM

Yes, I find the 21st Century is veering more and more towards instructions in photos, videos, etc. I have dozens and dozens of icons on my sewing machine - I have no idea what half of them do! ;)

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Iminei on February 10, 2020, 19:09:31 PM

If you were making a load of blocks, for a quilt for instance, you could just cut WOF x 1 1/2" wide, place your fabric in position, sew and the trim to size ... or as I did cut bigger than the last sewn piece and trim after sewing.

You do get the destructions shown alongside or below the pics dont you @Sara-S

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Sara-S on February 10, 2020, 19:28:41 PM

Quote from: Iminei on February 10, 2020, 19:09:31 PM

If you were making a load of blocks, for a quilt for instance, you could just cut WOF x 1 1/2" wide, place your fabric in position, sew and the trim to size ... or as I did cut bigger than the last sewn piece and trim after sewing.

You do get the destructions shown alongside or below the pics dont you @Sara-S

Sort of.  When the instructions show, the details (that I presume should show when I click on the word) do not. So I am trying to make sense of incomplete information.

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Iminei on February 11, 2020, 09:21:07 AM

@Sara-S  ... What are you viewing the tut on ?

We have had issues with someone trying to view on an Ipad before now.
I read. write and view everything from my laptop.

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: wrenkins on February 11, 2020, 10:15:19 AM

@Sara-S you need to cut your 'next' strip the same length as the longest side on your block.

For example the two and a half inch square requires a strip of two and a half inches. Once that's sewn on the longest side becomes three and a half inches. I don't know if it's relevant but being a leftie you may go counter clockwise (we say anti-clockwise) but it doesn't matter as long as you keep checking your colours and ensure to put like with like if you're doing the half/half effect.

....and begin....

Square 2.5 x 2.5"

All strips are 1.5" wide so...

First strip (dark) 2.5 x 1.5
Second strip (dark) 3.5 x 1.5

Third strip (light) 3.5 x 1.5
Fourth strip (light) 4.5 x 1.5

Fifth strip (dark) 4.5 x 1.5
Sixth strip (dark) 5.5 x 1.5

You will by now be able to see the pattern forming so simply keep going until it's the size you want.  :)

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Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Pearl on February 11, 2020, 13:17:18 PM

Postie has been and brought some more fabric for the BOM

(https://i.imgur.com/DjTQvXMm.jpg)

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: wrenkins on February 11, 2020, 13:55:52 PM

It's all going terribly well....(gorge BTW @Pearl  :loveit:)

My irreparable block has had it's heart ripped out. I could not look at it.  :( The middle is going to become a coaster as it contains my all-time favourite fabric and as for the hole...I need to figure out how to sew a bit in.  8) Reverse applique anyone (what even is that??!!?!?!).  :S

Also I seem to have opened the knuckle on my thumb with my rotary cutter. Bleeding much!

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: WendyW on February 12, 2020, 02:59:34 AM

When you allow the 3yo granddaughter her choice of jelly rolls for the fabric, of course you end with lots of pink! When I later went looking at my local Walmart for a couple coordinating solids, there were only 2 options that matched so I got both (thankfully NOT pink!).  I decided to make a square with each. I have not yet decided if I will continue making double blocks. It may depend on the particular block patterns.

Since it was stated that these would be basic beginner blocks, I decided to use this to try to improve my precision skills. For the first time I did a SA test block and figured out exactly where my scant 1/4in should be. Worked out great on my test piece, but my blocks were ever so slightly undersized with a 2.5in border and I had to go back a do a 3in border instead and cut it down after.

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49523941337_dd0196c896.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2isg9nx)Feb BOM 2020 (https://flic.kr/p/2isg9nx) by CraftymamaMN (https://www.flickr.com/photos/craftymama-mn/), on Flickr

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Acorn on February 12, 2020, 08:15:51 AM

That's a fantastic example of how different borders and centres can change the impression of the same log fabrics!  Very nice.   :)

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Iminei on February 12, 2020, 09:14:53 AM

Looks like the beginning of a stunning quilt to me @WendyW  ... Clever GD

You might just have to make another one for the album and to claim your prize!

And thank you for demonstrating exactly WHY im starting with the basics! ... There is nothing wrong with cutting your final borders a bit wider then trimming to the correct size, there are no points to cut off!!!

As I always say everyone's 1/4"  seams are different but as long as you are consistent ... and this block really does require accuracy ... You've done a fantastic job and shown colour play to its best!

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: wrenkins on February 12, 2020, 19:46:53 PM

I am done.

It was a bo77ocks from start to finish. A block that I have made many times before and I made so many mistakes it's not funny. Anyway, it's done and it's the right size. I did an extra round.  :loveit:
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Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Ploshkin on February 12, 2020, 20:00:25 PM

Ooh, those are lovely fabrics @wrenkins

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Acorn on February 12, 2020, 21:30:09 PM

Ooh - lovely @wrenkins!

I've got as far as deciding which box the fabrics are coming from, but I'm not using a rotary cutter on anything until the lurgy has subsided.  (I made a top, but I did some stupid things to it.  It was very forgiving.  BOMs aren't.)

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: LouiseS on February 12, 2020, 22:55:39 PM

Hello, I’m hoping to join in and complete each block in the correct month.
So far I have completed reading the instructions, cutting my fabric, sewed the first two pieces together, triple checked the sizes, unpicked it, sewed it again, checked the size, unpicked it again and ordered a 1/4” presser foot for my machine. Turns out 3/8” isn’t the same.

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Kenora on February 12, 2020, 23:21:03 PM

Hello Louise and welcome. BOM's are great fun - unpicking is not! I'm sure you'll enjoy it once you've got your 1/4" foot. :)

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: WendyW on February 13, 2020, 02:02:45 AM

I love your fabric choices, @wrenkins !  Your quilt will be beautiful.

Welcome to the club @LouiseS! A new foot is always fun to play with, regardless of the excuse for buying it.

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: wrenkins on February 13, 2020, 05:39:08 AM

You go @LouiseS!

There are no mistakes, only learning experiences.  :S Yesterday I learnt that when I am unpicking it is very handy to stick the little bits of chopped up thread to the knee of my trousers to keep at least some of them off the floor!  0_0

Welcome to the forum.  :drink: :cake:

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Acorn on February 13, 2020, 08:19:25 AM

Hi @LouiseS - I spent a long time wondering why things weren't working out with my 1/4 inch foot, until I realised that it wasn't my 1/4 inch foot that I was using.  They all look so alike...

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Iminei on February 13, 2020, 08:35:51 AM

@LouiseS ... Welcome to the 2020's BOM,
I'm so pleased so many new to the Darksiders are joining in this year ... that was exactly my aim!

You could always add 1/8th" to all the cut sizes ... ie cut strips 1 5/8" ... but life really is too short isnt it?

I'm sure your new foot will be invaluable but when it arrives do stitch a line from the edge of the fabric and measure it to make sure it is 1/4" !!!

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Flobear on February 13, 2020, 08:43:31 AM

Hello @LouiseS
Your tale of unpicking a lot and needing a quarter inch foot is exactly my recent experience. I have been lured to the Dark Side and it's a steep learning curve!

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Acorn on February 13, 2020, 08:51:18 AM

Quote from: FloBear on February 13, 2020, 08:43:31 AM

Hello @LouiseS
Your tale of unpicking a lot and needing a quarter inch foot is exactly my recent experience. I have been lured to the Dark Side and it's a steep learning curve!

But the biscuits are good, especially when @Lowena's on holiday!

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Lowena on February 13, 2020, 11:20:28 AM

Oi @Acorn I read that!!
34c, by the pool,cocktail in hand and thinking about an alternative colourway for my BOM........hands off the biccys!!!!

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Acorn on February 13, 2020, 12:01:12 PM

 :angel:

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: coffeeandcake on February 13, 2020, 12:13:54 PM

Well I've made my first ever log cabin block!  It measures correctly as well.  Good grief, I've never ever measured so much :S I've now decided, however that the yellow strip I incorporated needs to go so I'm either going to unpick back to the second 'round' or just start again.  That, of course, will mean another trip to the fabric shop ;)

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: wrenkins on February 13, 2020, 12:22:12 PM

@coffeeandcake in my enthusiasm to finish start I cut the first two rounds from the wrong fabric and didn't realise till I stood back to admire my finished block. Could I look at it? Could I what!?

I took the centre out and having looked at it for days couldn't see an easy way to get the alternative back in! The whole lot came out yesterday.  8) I then cut the centre the wrong size and had to piece it, a couple of the strips are shortish/pieced  :S A litany of errors learning experiences.  :[

I've made this block at least 100 times for various projects. I suppose I'd become blasé.  ><

Colour scheme inspiration...bl@@dy jigsaws!  0_0

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Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Iminei on February 13, 2020, 15:27:17 PM

Remember Girls, we need pics for the album!

... and if you have your eye on the prize (badge) ... you need to have completed ALL the blocks ...
and the quilt by the end of the year!

Dont worry assembling and quilting will be included in the months ... I have a plan!  :)
(Do I heck  !!!)  :P

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: LouiseS on February 13, 2020, 17:26:46 PM

Thank you for all your messages and advice...it was a true lightbulb moment for me. Anyway, I’m going to get some biscuits and hope I can make another start this weekend.

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Sheilago on February 14, 2020, 18:19:29 PM

Welcome @LouiseS , another Scottish quilter : there aren’t many of us this far north!  :D I’m sure you’ll enjoy this place and learn lots. Unpicking is all part of the fun!

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: coffeeandcake on February 16, 2020, 14:49:11 PM

After to-ing and fro-ing and fretting I decided to leave my yellow in place and change the outside colour that I had originally used.  I think I'm okay with my block but I'm open to any recommendations anybody might have.

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Iminei on February 16, 2020, 15:49:03 PM

I think that's lovely, great use of an underused neutral ... Bravo!

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Lisalou1965 on February 16, 2020, 17:38:12 PM

I think it is rather lovely, a different combination of colours - certainly works for me!

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Flobear on February 17, 2020, 14:42:12 PM

Fabrics bought. Spent a bloomin' fortune little as I'm currently almost stashless  :|

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Flobear on February 18, 2020, 15:53:17 PM

Dunnit  :)

I promise it's square, it's just the angle of the dangle tablet makes it look wonky   ;)

I haven't got any edging fabric yet.

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Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Pearl on February 18, 2020, 16:08:11 PM

Pretty, @FloBear !

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Flobear on February 18, 2020, 16:26:31 PM

Thank you, Pearl. I'm unsure about the very dark green but when shopping I couldn't find anything slightly lighter.

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Acorn on February 18, 2020, 16:31:29 PM

Lovely - and I do like the theme - bees, flowers and grasses!   :D

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Ellabella on February 18, 2020, 16:53:10 PM

Fresh and springlike, lovely.

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Kenora on February 18, 2020, 17:10:19 PM

Great! Love the bees. <3 :flower:

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Lisalou1965 on February 18, 2020, 18:26:21 PM

Aw, lovely - I LOVE the bee fabric  :loveit:

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Celia on February 18, 2020, 23:25:44 PM

I have started but not finished the block hopefully I can finish it on Thursday, photo to follow

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: wrenkins on February 19, 2020, 07:13:33 AM

Luuurvely @FloBear. Veh veh neat!

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Bjay on February 20, 2020, 15:03:46 PM

I think I'll have a go at this but I am already a month behind and would need to take a trip to get some fat quaters or something. I need to learn some new skills
This is all impossible at the moment and i have no idea when I will be independently mobile so I could be permanently playing catch up if I stay the course.

Still great idea and I already know who, if finished will receive it

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Acorn on February 20, 2020, 15:09:09 PM

When we last did a series of BOMs (2018) I did them in batches, so I went quite a few months without doing any, then caught up.  It is a very good way of learning the ropes.

I have done one, but the colours look so awful in the photo that I think I may have to do another one.  They look much better in real life.   -<

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Iminei on February 20, 2020, 15:23:13 PM

@Bjay  ....

No you're not, The BOM only started in Feb ...

Some months we will be making two, some months only one and some months we may be layering and quilting the individual blocks and the last month (November) will be assembling and binding.

Rebellious ... moi ???

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Bjay on February 20, 2020, 15:54:48 PM

Right - action- can always use the lap top for shopping but I just love perusing fabric shops

Now I just ned tp think of  a colour scheme (http://<a href=https://yoursmiles.org/m-think.php><img src=https://yoursmiles.org/msmile/think/m1708.gif></a>)

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Kenora on February 20, 2020, 17:39:23 PM

@Bjay - I'm very rarely able to get out (was last let out on 6th Jan  :) ) so I'm doing all my BOM's from stash. It's quite rewarding actually, trying to find colours that go together. I don't have a very big stash either so there's not a huge choice but I'm feeling virtuous. :angel:  Do have a go - you'll enjoy it. :)

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Lowena on February 22, 2020, 15:20:55 PM

Changed my mind and made 2 new blocks
This gives me more scope in colour for the subsequent blocks.
Thanks to @Pearl for the inspiration
The pale colours are the same colour as the deep ones, it doesn't come out in the photos

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Ellabella on February 22, 2020, 16:43:21 PM

Is that green @Lowena ?

V. nice blocks BTW :D

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Acorn on February 22, 2020, 16:54:38 PM

Lovely - I love rainbows!   :D

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Lowena on February 22, 2020, 17:27:04 PM

Needs must @Ellabella you can't have a spectrum without it,it would seem. :D
My blocks come out at 14inches square :S but....hey ho  :P
A rainbow gives a lot of choice for future blocks @Acorn

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Kenora on February 22, 2020, 17:41:55 PM

I like the definition between the two sets of colours. <3

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Lisalou1965 on February 22, 2020, 18:33:33 PM

Very purrrdy, @Lowena !!!!

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Iminei on February 22, 2020, 20:28:13 PM

BEEEAUTIFUL @Lowena

You probably went a strip too far .. if you want them to be 12" (finished) just remove two strips from one side (I Think) but its your BOM and you can if you want make them any size you wish ... it will just make assembling them all at the end a lil more tricky but Im sure you, the new improved, more confident Lowena.2 can cope with that!

Your holiday has certainly agreed with you!

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: LouiseS on February 23, 2020, 22:03:25 PM

I’ve finished...well finished for now. I may revisit it later and sort out the wonky sections.

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Iminei on February 23, 2020, 22:05:21 PM

Very, very nice @LouiseS  ...

loving the greys ... methinks a very subtle, cool, sophisticated quilt could be in the offing!  :devil:

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Flobear on February 24, 2020, 14:56:49 PM

Nice colours @LouiseS !  You have a lot of logs, I'm wondering if I ought to add another row or two to mine now  :[

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Lowena on February 24, 2020, 15:20:11 PM

@FloBear I think it said 5 rows make the correct size....but mine came out to 14" so who knows  :D

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Pearl on February 24, 2020, 15:39:24 PM

Mine has the same number of logs as yours, @Lowena.

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Flobear on February 24, 2020, 15:57:57 PM

Quote from: Lowena on February 24, 2020, 15:20:11 PM

@FloBear I think it said 5 rows make the correct size....but mine came out to 14" so who knows  :D

Thanks, @Lowena Typical me, skim read the instructions and miss vital bits of info  :|

I will ask The Oracle on Thursday when I head B...F...wards.

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: LouiseS on February 24, 2020, 18:14:00 PM

Quote from: FloBear on February 24, 2020, 14:56:49 PM

Nice colours @LouiseS !  You have a lot of logs, I'm wondering if I ought to add another row or two to mine now  :[

I wouldn’t trust myself...I decided to rearrange my blue logs while sewing it together and gave myself problems. So to get the correct size I added a blue border and didn’t double check instructions so trimmed it to 12 inch square, so I picked it and put another blue border to give 12 1/2 square.

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Kenora on February 25, 2020, 14:03:47 PM

Love the colours @LouiseS  <3

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Celia on February 27, 2020, 19:03:31 PM

I made it I was determined to do this block before the end of the month, I have stopped at this point as I am not too sure what to use for the 2 inches around the edge at the moment I am trying to use fabric I have in my stash but if I am going to do anymore of the blocks I will need to buy some to tie them together.
My next plea is for some suggestion re the extra fabric, the background colour on the blocks is a cream but unfortunately not all the same cream.

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Lilian on February 27, 2020, 20:10:00 PM

Very nice @Celia I Like the colourways  :)

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Lilian on February 27, 2020, 21:07:51 PM

This is my Feb BOM I too haven't decided what to border it with. The photo is a bit blown, it is more teal colour than it looks  :)

I will be taking off the last logs and replacing with wider ones as it doesn't look right. :)

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Iminei on February 28, 2020, 11:26:54 AM

@Celia ... Personally I would go for a cream on cream ... Loving the fabrics ... so not me but I love them!
@Lilian ... Very Elegant and subtle, cant wait to see the others in this colourway.
@LouiseS  ... lovely bold Blues!!!
@Lowena  ... Rainbow twins ... verrrrry nice!

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Bjay on February 28, 2020, 12:24:37 PM

Loving seeing these BOM's. #I think doing one later means I can read all the problems and sew accordingly
Waiting for my fat quarters though as not enough stash for 12 BOM's

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Celia on February 28, 2020, 13:05:49 PM

@Iminei  I did think cream but they are not all the same cream it doesn’t show in the photo, maybe if I can find a cream on cream or something.
They are not really my colours but I had two small jelly rolls that I have had forever and decided to use them, might not be able to use for all of the BOM but if I hadn’t used them I would probably not got around to it.

Thanks for getting me going

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Lilian on February 28, 2020, 23:15:39 PM

@Iminei I don't think I have enough of those fabrics and won't be able to get more.  Hopefully, I can get similar colours but will have enough to make a few more to tone in with other fabrics  :)

EDIT: I have been through my fabrics and found 12 FQs of similar fabric and colours, I don't know if this will be enough to finish all of them?  So if I just get some contrasting fabric for the sashing I hope that will be enough :)

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Flobear on March 05, 2020, 17:17:32 PM

Here is the original Feb BOM and the new improved version with the lovely raindroppy green kindly provided by the ever-generous Imi. It was wonderful to have another play-day with such a fab teacher  :hug:

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Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Lilian on March 05, 2020, 17:27:39 PM

That looks a lot better @FloBear I like the patterned green  :)

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Bjay on March 10, 2020, 16:10:42 PM

Hers'a my attampt ar BOM.
It measures 12.5"

(https://i.postimg.cc/FF0G0Pjh/DSCN2790-1.jpg)

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Flobear on March 10, 2020, 16:20:31 PM

Ooh, Clever Bjay - just the right size  ;)
Perhaps you followed the instructions better than I did  :|

I'm pretty good at seplling, though <we need a whistling smiley>

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Bjay on March 10, 2020, 16:32:29 PM

Don'tyou know how to add your own smilies

(https://yoursmiles.org/tsmile/talk/t1105.gif)
Couldn't find the whistle oone

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Flobear on March 10, 2020, 17:38:49 PM

Forgot how  :facepalm:

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Bjay on March 10, 2020, 19:16:03 PM

 :facepalm:

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Ellabella on March 15, 2020, 16:59:16 PM

Late to the party and not complete as I need backing fabric.

Not sure about this, think I’ll make Courthouse Steps tomorrow and see if I like where it’s going.

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Acorn on April 13, 2020, 17:03:21 PM

Dunnit.

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Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: wrenkins on April 13, 2020, 18:25:33 PM

Lully!  :loveit:

My efforts with batiks generally look as though I've dropped them in a puddle. @Iminei 's always look clean and clear as do yours.

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Acorn on May 04, 2020, 10:47:59 AM

I have added two more rounds to my Fabruary BOM, and here it is:

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Forgive the incomplete squaring up and less than perfect pressing - I gave it a quick finish, but then someone stole both my cutting table and the iron's extension lead for a video conference. 

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Iminei on May 04, 2020, 13:23:16 PM

Much better ... I must get some more fabric in the lighter black and whites and amend mine.
What width are the logs ?

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Acorn on May 04, 2020, 13:48:12 PM

1.5in unfinished.

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Lisalou1965 on May 04, 2020, 14:02:32 PM

I think I am going to have to do something about my Feb. BOM. My other two came to 12.5 inches, no probs, but this one came to 11.5, for some reason?  -< Will have to have a  :thinking:

Lx

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Iminei on May 04, 2020, 14:39:12 PM

@Lisalou1965  I found it very difficult to get a log cabin to 12 1/2" square so added a round of background fabric to flesh it out

I would advise you do that unless we can summon @BrendaP, The Goddess of Colour, The Mathmagician of The Darkside back to The Darkside for some advice ?????

@Acorn  ... 1 1/2" cut and a 2 1/2" cut centre ??? What size did it come out at ???

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Acorn on May 04, 2020, 14:45:30 PM

Yes - and it has come out at 12.5in (give or take the odd wobble).

(Finished, 2in centre plus 10 x 1in logs, plus outer seam allowance = 12.5in.)

@Lisalou1965   There you go, definitive measurements for the block ... and If I can get my act in gear, fabric wise,  I might amend my block too!

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: BrendaP on May 05, 2020, 09:23:04 AM

Quote from: Acorn on May 04, 2020, 14:45:30 PM

Yes - and it has come out at 12.5in (give or take the odd wobble).

(Finished, 2in centre plus 10 x 1in logs, plus outer seam allowance = 12.5in.)

Agreed.

From what I've seen on this thread some of the blocks look to be 2" centre, three rounds of 1" logs and the outer log/sashing 2" wide, plus outer seam allowance = 12.5".

If either of those does not come to 12.5" then either your cutting is inaccurate or your 1/4" seam allowances are inaccurate.

IME log cabin blocks end up more accurate if each log is cut to length before cutting rather than just using a long strip and cutting off once sewn to the developing block.

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Iminei on May 05, 2020, 14:41:55 PM

IME log cabin blocks end up more accurate if each log is cut to length before cutting rather than just using a long strip and cutting off once sewn to the developing block.

You make a very good point @BrendaP  ... Thank you!

I blame the sloppy teacher!!!  -<

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Acorn on May 05, 2020, 18:22:05 PM

Don't diss our teacher - she's excellent!

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Flobear on May 11, 2020, 16:39:27 PM

As I have nothing ongoing just at the moment, I thought I would try and make my first BOM the proper size. This requires an extra log on each side.

Maybe I should mention that I don't totally understand the difference between sashing and background fabric. I bought some blendery green and some light cream with tiny white leaves on it to use for these purposes.

On the flying geese I used the light cream as the background.

If I use the green and cream as illustrated below, will I need yet another colour for sashing (which I suspect is like strips between all the blocks when they are assembled into a quilty thing)?

(https://i.imgur.com/eiMHEWI.jpg)

I really don't want to introduce any more fabrics unless it's unavoidable.

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Acorn on May 11, 2020, 16:45:19 PM

As I understand it (so no guarantees of being right!) the sashing is exactly what you say - the strips between blocks.  Background fabric is the backgrounds to blocks like the flying geese one (April?) and may or may not be the same as sashing, as you please.

I like the effect of having bothe the background and the sashing the same, but there is just as strong an argument for not doing.

I love your fabrics.

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Iminei on May 12, 2020, 06:27:11 AM

Do you mean @Flobear  you are going to redo the entire block? or just add the new fabrics to the outside?

If you dissemble the block and start again do keep all the sewn strips, unpicked, ironed and stored safely to avoid further fraying, for use in further blocks (not next months) as I dont know how much fabric you have left (and there is no more of that green batik sadly)

If you do the latter the progression of light to dark will be messed up as you will be adding the lighter fabrics to the outside ?!   

Or maybe just do that and call it a design feature? You could alternate your sashing/joining strips cream, green, cream, green both horizontally and vertically ... That might be really fun!

Ooohhhh This requires a drawing ........  :thinking:

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Iminei on May 12, 2020, 07:13:53 AM

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I've drawn this out using the minimum 12 squares, If you chose to do the extra blocks you could feasibly make a 4 by 4 quilt but lets go with this.

Ive gently coloured alternate sashings in with two coordinating colours, pink and purple (cream wouldn't show up as well on white paper) and the effect is quite subtle  and in my opinion could be interesting but only you can make these types of decisions ... Maybe lay out a couple of blocks on top of the fabrics and see if you like the effect ...

But do remember ......
you will need FOUR 60" long strips of whichever fabrics you are using for the vertical sashing. (If making a 4 x 4 block quilt you will Five 60" strips) These can certainly be joined (on the 45 degree angle as you would with binding) but I have been known to cut my vertical strips from my background fabric beforehand to ensure I have the length.

Certainly food for thought @Flobear!

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Flobear on May 12, 2020, 08:32:04 AM

Thanks for the suggestions, @Iminei . I was not planning to unpick the block and my problem about extending it is, as you say, that it will mess up the light to dark. I like the idea of two-colour sashing. With 7 blocks still to make I think it best to hang fire on extending the log cabin because I might end up needing to introduce another fabric.

Thanks also, @Acorn for your comments.

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Sandra on May 16, 2020, 18:12:16 PM

I've been dipping in and out of these BOM threads...going through my fabrics and wondering whether to join in or not. Then the fabrics have been put away because I couldn't see anything I liked.
And then they've come out again for me to have another look.  0_0

I especially loved the flying geese block  :loveit: and that one made me want to join in and be a part of it.  :) You've been making some really lovely blocks.

I finally made a decision yesterday and have decided it has to be rainbow-y colours. Big, mad, bright gaudy colours, so here's my February one.

(https://i.imgur.com/pNUtUb0l.jpg)


Sandra.
xxx

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Acorn on May 16, 2020, 19:35:55 PM

Gorgeous!   0_0

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Iminei on May 17, 2020, 08:25:58 AM

Run along into the BOM HOF then @Sandra  ... but I think you'll find the biccies gone and the tea's cold by now :( The party's moved on to May now ...

:angel:

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Celia on May 17, 2020, 14:22:00 PM

Here is the new and right size block for this month

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: bec on June 01, 2020, 20:28:59 PM

Well. I've had a go..

(https://i.imgur.com/iYxDIHu.jpg)
It's not particularly square and it's under sized, but no one can say it doesn't exist. 0_0 As an exercise in getting to grips with the sewing machine it definitely served a purpose. I'm hoping cutting pieces accurately will get easier when my ruler and rotary cutter arrive.

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: wrenkins on June 01, 2020, 20:32:22 PM

Well done @bec and  :toast: for your first steps in the darkside.
I still struggle with accuracy. Keep practising and aim for consistancy!  :thumbsup:

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Pearl on June 01, 2020, 21:11:41 PM

 It’s lovely, @bec . 

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Lowena on June 01, 2020, 21:12:06 PM

Well done @bec it looks good

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Lisalou1965 on June 01, 2020, 21:12:23 PM

@bec, Welcome to the darkside. Well done on your first block. accuracy does come with practice, and I know I am still not nearly as accurate as I would like to be. On the other hand, are you telling me you cut all that with scissors, rather than a a rotary? Wow. Not an easy feat. You will find it much easier with a rotary cutter, I think. Just watch out for the blade. Those things are beastly sharp. Ask me how I know... :devil:

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Iminei on June 04, 2020, 14:31:24 PM

Well as promised, now that I have got some extra monochromes on the lighter side ...

I have revisited this block ...

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Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: supergran on July 04, 2020, 15:22:45 PM

Finally got this one done. Better late than never.  ;)
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Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Acorn on July 04, 2020, 15:39:36 PM

Love those colours - sea and sand!

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Iminei on July 05, 2020, 07:48:54 AM

Very approriate considering Supergrans location!

Lovely Darling but Im afraid the parties moved on .... See if you can catch them in July ...

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Pearl on July 11, 2020, 21:54:40 PM

I probably should have spent the afternoon making July's blocks (or June's), but I decided on a bit of big stitch quilting.

(https://i.imgur.com/6V9ku0nm.jpg)

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Iminei on July 12, 2020, 08:00:57 AM

Oh that is lovely @Pearl  ... Well Done ... by hand yes??? Bravo!

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Pearl on July 12, 2020, 09:04:31 AM

Yes, by hand.   I was going to use this as an opportunity to improve my fmq  :devil: skills but... nah.  I'm going to do some more today if I  can find my template plastic. 

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: wrenkins on July 12, 2020, 09:40:42 AM

That's great @Pearl and is the pattern I liked for my log cabin but by hand?!?!?! OH nonononono....

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Lowena on July 12, 2020, 11:12:18 AM

Lovely work @Pearl  <3

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Sandra on July 18, 2020, 19:49:38 PM

Have quilted my log cabin today.  :)
Though about extending the block, as suggested, then couldn't decide what colours I'd use, so I've filled the empty space with stitchy bits.

(https://i.imgur.com/g1HUTGOl.jpg)

Daughter gave her approval when she saw it, which was a pleasant surprise.

Sandra.
xxx

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Acorn on July 18, 2020, 22:59:16 PM

That looks great.  That's exactly what I'm planning to do on my seabirds quilt, which has plain dark blue sashing.  Did you use a template?

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Sandra on July 19, 2020, 09:08:25 AM

Quote from: Acorn on July 18, 2020, 22:59:16 PM

That looks great. Did you use a template?

Thank you.  :) Yes I did.
I measured the space I needed to fill and scribbled a wiggly shape  :S onto paper. Copied it through the printer, pinned it on, crossed my fingers, held my breath, and stitched.

TA DAAAAHHHH!

Stitchy bits.

Sandra.
xxx

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Iminei on July 19, 2020, 09:21:37 AM

Beeeautiful ... These are going to be stunning.

I wish I hadnt quilted my bargello block with the heart now as I want to try out some machine embroidery out and it will stick out like a sore thumb ... :( .....

But these are superb!!!

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: supergran on July 20, 2020, 19:53:59 PM

Finally got my log cabin quilted. It took ages to decide what to quilt on it so got the rulers out and pressed on.  0_0

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Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Iminei on July 21, 2020, 12:37:02 PM

A Glorious Avalanche of quilted blocks @supergran  ... Theres some fizz in the back of the fridge  in the BOMHOF...

Open it you deserve it

:angel:       :toast:

Title: Re: February's BOM
Post by: Bjay on August 04, 2020, 15:15:50 PM

Playing catch up here but I think next will be August BOM

(https://i.postimg.cc/Jnj4vVMw/DSCN2934.jpg)